šµ European VC and PE Fundraising in 2023: Resilience Amid Challenges ā”ļø European private equity and venture capital fundraising in 2023 showed resilience despite a slight decline, reaching ā¬132.9 billion, 3% below the five-year average. Venture capital saw a more significant drop, with ā¬14.2 billion raised, down 21% from the five-year average. Buyout funds dominated, raising ā¬95.4 billion, 5% above the five-year average. Growth capital remained stable at ā¬17.2 billion. ā”ļø Pension funds were the largest contributors overall, while North American investors provided the highest proportion of capital. Notably, 47% of funds came from outside Europe. For venture capital, government agencies were the primary source, contributing 37%. The France and Benelux region were a key capital source for venture funds, while North America led in buyout investments. This data underscores the importance of diversifying funding sources and considering international investors.
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